The mole snake (Pseudaspis cana) is a species of snake. It has been placed in the family Lamprophiidae, and more recently in the family Pseudaspididae, along with the genus Pythonodipsas. It is native to much of southern Africa, and is the only member of the genus Pseudaspis. A study showed that P. cana is caught and consumed by the honey badger, among other species. Remains of the mole snake were found in the faeces, and suggest the consumed individuals were larger specimens.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Mole Snake being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
Easily confused with
- Pseudonaja inframacula — considered venomous
- Pseudonaja affinis — considered venomous
- Pseudechis guttatus — considered venomous
- Naja nivea — considered venomous
- Pseudonaja aspidorhyncha — considered venomous
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Chordata
- Class
- Reptilia
- Order
- Squamata
- Family
- Pseudaspididae
- Genus
- Pseudaspis
- Species
- Pseudaspis cana
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